Cretan Association of Sydney celebrates annual taverna night with community spirit

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The Cretan Association of Sydney & NSW kicked off the year with its Annual Taverna Night, following the Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand’s (CFANZ) Convention.

The event, held at Panagia Soumela Hall in Hurlstone Park, Sydney, was filled with energy as local musicians from Crete provided entertainment throughout the night. The talented performers were Nikos Vezyrakis (lyra), Giorgos Katsoulieris (laouto) and Alexandra Kazakis (guitar).

All of the Cretan Association‘s dance groups performed, with the dancers concluding the night by joining their teacher, Paul Spanoudakis, for a final dance.

Over the last four years, Spanoudakis has played a pivotal role in bringing Cretan culture to the youth of Sydney, instilling a love for Crete’s dances, music, and instruments.

In a Facebook post, the Cretan Association wished Spanoudakis well and expressed their hopes he will return for a cameo appearance ahead of the CFANZ Convention in Sydney in 2026.

The event also featured a raffle and auction. The Oracle store in Earlwood donated beautiful prizes, including a custom hamper made by Natasha the Oracle. Other raffle donations came from Phillip Makras, the Parasiris Family, John Lagoudakis and Nina Saisanas. Victoria Cross Funerals supported the event.

Frank and Gina of the Greek Generation Gourmet Group provided exceptional food, which perfectly complemented the evening’s festivities.

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